How much Drill - How much Swim

I have been wondering how much time everyone devotes to drills or swimming? I just read an article that says Swim 90% drill 10%. I see a poll in here somewhere. Right now, out of about 1700yds, I do 300yds dolphin kick (drill/kick set) on my back (so the answer is 17-18%, which kinda surprised me really). I’d probably do less kicking only if I could do more fly w/o risking shoulder discomfort, but alas.... I generally never do drills (like catch-up and one-armed), just swim (but without just going through the motions). I’m more of a “fitness” swimmer than a competitive swimmer. I rest frequently and focus constantly on my technique because if it breaks down I feel I’m wasting my time. I feel and look great. And I always enjoy my swim time (unless I feel ill). So I’m really happy with how I swim.

I have been wondering how much time everyone devotes to drills or swimming? I just read an article that says Swim 90% drill 10%. I see a poll in here somewhere. Right now, out of about 1700yds, I do 300yds dolphin kick (drill/kick set) on my back (so the answer is 17-18%, which kinda surprised me really). I’d probably do less kicking only if I could do more fly w/o risking shoulder discomfort, but alas.... I generally never do drills (like catch-up and one-armed), just swim (but without just going through the motions). I’m more of a “fitness” swimmer than a competitive swimmer. I rest frequently and focus constantly on my technique because if it breaks down I feel I’m wasting my time. I feel and look great. And I always enjoy my swim time (unless I feel ill). So I’m really happy with how I swim.